Tha Dogg Pound is an American hip hop duo formed in 1992, made up of West Coast rappers Daz Dillinger (formerly Dat Nigga Daz) and Kurupt. They were signed to Death Row Records in their early careers and were key to the label's success. The duo made their first appearance on Dr. Dre's highly acclaimed debut album The Chronic (1992), appearing on several songs.